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BEST IELTS Writing Task 2, 21st April
IELTS WRITING TASK 2 (AC + GT)
IELTS WRITING TASK 2 (AC + GT)
It is often argued that children must be protected from unsuitable materials on TV and the internet by government censorship. Other says that it is the parents’ responsibility to control what their children do and watch. Which opinion do you think is true? Why?
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The entertainment aspects of both the TV and internet are often more mature than what children can be permitted t watch. Governments may impose reasonable restrictions and censor materials which are harmful to children. However, ultimately it is the onus (=responsibility) of parents to prevent their children from falling prey to the danger of watching scenes which are not appropriate for their age.
Most importantly, parents should motivate their children to spend more time with their peers and to engage in outdoor activities so as to develop their physical and mental faculties. For instance, when my uncle’s children were directed to badminton, they reduced their time browsing the internet. When children find sports and cultural activities more entertaining and enjoyable, the tendency to spend their time before electronic gadgets will naturally subside.
Then again, parents can educate their children about the harm caused to their body and mind by the excessive use of TV and the internet. Indeed, parents can encourage their children to enjoy human relationships more than the programmes on TV and internet, by making their family life more harmonious and intimate. To develop intimacy, it is better for parents to share time with their children and show active interest in their educational and recreational endeavors (=efforts).
Briefly, it is up to the parents to make family life enjoyable for their children. When children feel that they are loved and their parents’ priority is their welfare, they will learn to value human relationships more and, consequently, they will be able to use TV and the internet more judiciously.
